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The Niepoort Vintage Port 2017 represents a vintage that received a great deal of attention in the Douro. It is a wine in which ripe dark fruit and a robust structure blend with the lively freshness that Niepoort strives to preserve.
| Weight | 1,5 kg |
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| Alcohol Content | 20% |
| Wine color | Red |
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| Region | Douro |
| Grape variety | Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cao, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional |
The Niepoort Vintage Port 2017 represents a vintage that received a great deal of attention in the Douro. It is a wine in which ripe dark fruit and a robust structure blend with the lively freshness that Niepoort strives to preserve. The wine is still in a relatively youthful stage of its development.
2017 was an exceptionally dry and warm year in the Douro, with an early harvest in many places. That makes the combination of ripeness, concentrated fruit, and fresh vibrancy at Niepoort all the more fascinating to discover.
Vintage Port is bottled after a short period in cask, allowing it to continue aging in the bottle. As a result, a 2017 vintage is still evolving. The fruit is often the dominant feature, while the tannins and acidity lay the foundation for a long-term future.
Blackberries, black currants, and plums give the wine its dark core. Floral notes and subtle spices can add further nuance. On the palate, the firm tannins provide structure, but the freshness prevents the concentration from becoming heavy. It is precisely this interplay of power and tension that makes this style so appealing.
If you open it now, you can let the Port breathe a bit to make its youthful character more approachable. Decanting also helps remove any sediment. If you’re patient, you can let the bottle continue to age under proper cellar conditions and discover at a later date how the fruit gives way to more complex notes.
Also discover 2019 Niepoort Vintage Port and check out the Port Selection from Port2Port.
